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'Get ready for oil to be $200 a barrel': Iran's warning to world - Middle East conflict on 11 March

“Get ready for oil to be $200 a barrel," a spokesman for the Iranian Army warned the world on Wednesday (11 March), as attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz escalated. Meanwhile, 32 countries agreed to the largest ever release of oil reserves in an attempt to reduce prices.

IEA agrees record 400m-barrel oil release as Iran war disrupts global supply

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Oil Prices

IEA agrees record 400m-barrel oil release as Iran war disrupts global supply

Member countries of the International Energy Agency have unanimously agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to stabilise global markets disrupted by the war involving Iran.

EU Council president visits Azerbaijan, condemns Iran strikes, reaffirms solidarity

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Costa in Baku

EU Council president visits Azerbaijan, condemns Iran strikes, reaffirms solidarity

President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, visited Azerbaijan on Wednesday. A meeting between Costa and President Ilham Aliyev was held to reaffirm the European Union’s support amid regional security concerns, particularly following recent Iranian attacks on Nakhchivan Airport.

Isfahan: Centuries-old sites damaged in U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran’s historic city

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View from Iran

Isfahan: Centuries-old sites damaged in U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran’s historic city

Centuries-old palaces and mosques in Isfahan, Iran’s celebrated cultural capital, lie in ruins after a series of air raids struck the city’s historic centre, leaving officials to warn of a devastating loss to both national and global heritage. AnewZ’s Touraj Shiralilou visited the city.

Why the Strait of Hormuz is vital for global energy and trade

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Explainer

Why the Strait of Hormuz is vital for global energy and trade

The Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point of global concern as tensions rise following the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Tehran has threatened to block the strategic waterway, raising fears of disruption to global oil shipments and energy markets.

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South Caucasus Central Asia Middle East

‘Worse than murder’: Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov vows no mercy in sweeping corruption crackdown

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View from Kyrgyzstan

‘Worse than murder’: Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov vows no mercy in sweeping corruption crackdown

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has pledged to intensify the country's fight against corruption, declaring that graft is "worse than murder" and warning that even his closest relatives would face punishment if found guilty.

Turkish President Erdoğan says the Iran war 'must be stopped'

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MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT

Turkish President Erdoğan says the Iran war 'must be stopped'

Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told parliamentarians that ordinary Iranians are paying a heavy price for the conflict that began on Saturday 28 February, renewing his call for urgent de-escalation and offering Türkiye as a potential mediator.

More than 68,000 children displaced by Afghanistan–Pakistan clashes, Save the Children says

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View from Afghanistan

More than 68,000 children displaced by Afghanistan–Pakistan clashes, Save the Children says

More than 68,000 children in eastern Afghanistan have been displaced after clashes between Afghan and Pakistani forces intensified along the border, according to a new report by Save the Children.

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Russian grain

Over 1,000 tons of Russian grain en route Armenia via Azerbaijan

A freight train carrying more than 1,000 tons of Russian grain will depart for Armenia through Azerbaijani territory on Wednesday. The shipment consists of 11 wagons loaded with a total of 1,023 tons of agricultural cargo.

Countries agree 'largest ever' release of oil reserves to reduce crude prices - Wednesday, 11th March

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Middle East conflict

Countries agree 'largest ever' release of oil reserves to reduce crude prices - Wednesday, 11th March

The 32 countries belonging to the Internatioanl Energy Agency agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil on Wednesday (11 March), in efforts aime...

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Middle East conflict

'Get ready for oil to be $200 a barrel': Iran's warning to world - Middle East conflict on 11 March

“Get ready for oil to be $200 a barrel," a spokesman for the Iranian Army warned the world on Wednesday (1...

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about former U.S. Ambassador's Epstein links

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Epstein files

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about former U.S. Ambassador's Epstein links

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about the "reputational risks" of appointing Peter Mandelson as U.S....

Agenda for 13th Global Baku Forum outlined at Baku press conference

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Global Affairs

Agenda for 13th Global Baku Forum outlined at Baku press conference

Organisers of the 13th Global Baku Forum outlined the agenda and key themes of the upcoming international gathering during a press conference in Ba...

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Costa in Baku

EU Council president visits Azerbaijan, condemns Iran strikes, reaffirms solidarity

President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, visited Azerbaijan on Wednesday. A meeting between Costa and President Ilham Aliyev was held to r...

China to fund $50 million reinforcements along Tajikistan's border with Afghanistan

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Tajikistan border

China to fund $50 million reinforcements along Tajikistan's border with Afghanistan

China will finance the construction of nine border facilities in Tajikistan along the frontier with Afghanistan in a project worth more than $50 million aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the country’s Border Troops.

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World News

UK sends HMS Dragon to Eastern Mediterranean following drone strike on Cyprus base

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Middle East Conflict

UK sends HMS Dragon to Eastern Mediterranean following drone strike on Cyprus base

Britain has deployed the Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dragon to the eastern Mediterranean to strengthen protection for its military assets in the Middle East after a drone strike targeted a key UK air base in Cyprus earlier this month.

British police ban planned pro-Iranian London march to prevent 'serious public disorder'

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Middle East conflict

British police ban planned pro-Iranian London march to prevent 'serious public disorder'

The annual pro-Palestinian al-Quds Day march in London, scheduled to take place on Sunday, has been banned by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood following warnings from the Metropolitan Police about the risk of “serious public disorder.”

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Epstein files

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about former U.S. Ambassador's Epstein links

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about the "reputational risks" of appointing Peter Mandelson as U.S. Ambassador due to his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein, files released on Wednesday (11 March) show.

G7 set to discuss climbing oil prices, release of emergency reserves

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Middle East conflict

G7 set to discuss climbing oil prices, release of emergency reserves

The Group of Seven (G7) finance ministers will meet on Monday to discuss a global rise in oil prices and a joint release of oil from emergency reserves coordinated by the International Energy Agency, the Financial Times reports.

Business

Business Economy Markets

China raises gasoline and diesel prices as it pushes greener transport

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Fuel Prices

China raises gasoline and diesel prices as it pushes greener transport

China has raised the retail prices of petrol and diesel after global oil prices climbed sharply. The country’s top economic planning body, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), announced the move after reviewing international oil market trends.

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Global markets

Global markets remain volatile as Middle East conflict drives energy surge

Global financial markets remained on edge on Friday as the escalating war involving the United States, Israel and Iran continued to rattle investors, fuelling volatility in stocks and sending energy prices sharply higher.

China unveils 15th Five-Year Plan to accelerate high-tech industrial growth

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CHINESE ECONOMY

China unveils 15th Five-Year Plan to accelerate high-tech industrial growth

China’s top leadership has unveiled a new push to turn advanced technologies into large-scale industrial priorities as part of the country’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan, which will guide economic and social development from 2026 to 2030.

EU sees no immediate oil supply impact from Iran conflict

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Middle East conflict

EU sees no immediate oil supply impact from Iran conflict

The European Commission sees no immediate impact on the European Union's security of oil supply from the escalating conflict in the Middle East, it said in an email to EU governments, seen by Reuters on Monday (2 March).

Paramount wins Warner Bros. bidding war after Netflix withdraws

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Entertainment

Paramount wins Warner Bros. bidding war after Netflix withdraws

Paramount Skydance emerged as the winner in a months-long battle to acquire Warner Bros Discovery after streaming giant Netflix on Thursday refused to raise its bid for the storied Hollywood studio.

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Florida woman charged with attempted murder after shooting at Rihanna’s LA home

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Crime News

Florida woman charged with attempted murder after shooting at Rihanna’s LA home

A 35-year-old woman was charged with attempted murder on Tuesday (10 March) after allegedly firing a semi-automatic rifle at the Los Angeles home of pop star Rihanna on Sunday, prosecutors said.

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Holi Festival

Sweets and colours fill the air at 'Laddoo Holi' festival in Uttar Pradesh, India

Hindu devotees in the northern town of Barsana in Uttar Pradesh celebrated ‘Laddoo Holi’ on Tuesday (24 February), a traditional pre-Holi ritual honouring the Hindu deity Krishna.

Robert Carradine, known for Revenge of the Nerds, Lizzie McGuire roles, dies aged 71

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Hollywood

Robert Carradine, known for Revenge of the Nerds, Lizzie McGuire roles, dies aged 71

Robert Carradine, best known for his roles in The Long Riders, Revenge of the Nerds and the television series Lizzie McGuire, has died at the age of 71 following a years-long battle with mental illness.

Baby monkey abandoned by mother goes viral after bonding with stuffed orangutan

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Abandoned baby monkey

Baby monkey abandoned by mother goes viral after bonding with stuffed orangutan

A seven-month-old Japanese macaque has drawn international attention after forming an unusual bond with a stuffed orangutan toy after being rejected by its mother.

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U.S. and Iran exchange threats - Tuesday, 10 March

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Middle East conflict

U.S. and Iran exchange threats - Tuesday, 10 March

Tensions in the region remained high on Tuesday (10 March), as the United States and Iran exchanged increasingly sharp warnings, including threats over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil supplies.

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Middle East conflict

Countries agree 'largest ever' release of oil reserves to reduce crude prices - Wednesday, 11th March

The 32 countries belonging to the Internatioanl Energy Agency agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil on Wednesday (11 March), in efforts aimed at bringing down the price of crude oil, which has soared since fighting between Iran, Israel and the U.S. started at the end of February.

Trump hails 'very good' phone call with Putin amid Iran tensions

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Middle East conflict

Trump hails 'very good' phone call with Putin amid Iran tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump called his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good.” The two leaders spoke on Monday about the situation in Iran and other international issues.

Kilauea lava fountain shoots 400m high, ashfall forces area closure

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Volcanic Eruption

Kilauea lava fountain shoots 400m high, ashfall forces area closure

A towering lava fountain from Kilauea shot about 400 metres into the air late on Tuesday (11 March) on Hawaii Island, prompting temporary closures at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and part of a key highway as volcanic ash and debris fell over nearby areas.

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Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief - 10 March, 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 10th of March, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Health

Health news Healthcare

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia fall by 75% but UN agencies warn of the risk of outbreaks

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WHO Report

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia fall by 75% but UN agencies warn of the risk of outbreaks

Measles cases across Europe and Central Asia fell sharply in 2025 compared to the previous year but health officials have warned that the risk of fresh outbreaks remains unless vaccination gaps are urgently addressed.

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Measles outbreak

Florida university reports measles outbreak as U.S. cases climb

A Florida university has become a new hotspot in a widening U.S. measles outbreak, with health officials confirming multiple infections and hospitalisations.

Nipah virus exposes cracks in global health security

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Expert View

Nipah virus exposes cracks in global health security

The World Health Organization has added the Nipah virus to its list of the world’s top 10 priority diseases, alongside COVID-19 and the Zika virus, warning that its epidemic potential highlights the global risk posed by fast-spreading outbreaks.

Belgium investigates possible baby illnesses linked to contaminated Nestle formula

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Belgium Nestle probe

Belgium investigates possible baby illnesses linked to contaminated Nestle formula

Belgian authorities are examining suspected cases of infants falling ill after consuming recalled Nestle baby formula, amid warnings that confirmed infections may be underestimated due to limited testing requirements.

India Nipah infections prompt Southeast Asia to tighten screening

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India Nipah cases

India Nipah infections prompt Southeast Asia to tighten screening

Two Nipah infections involving health workers in India have triggered heightened screening across Southeast Asia as authorities move to prevent the high fatality virus from spreading beyond the country.

WHO regrets U.S. withdrawal and hopes Washington will return

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World Health Organization

WHO regrets U.S. withdrawal and hopes Washington will return

The World Health Organization (WHO) has said it regrets the United States’ decision to withdraw from the UN health agency and hopes Washington will resume active participation in the future.

Travel

Travel News Destinations

Iran conflict slashes Middle East tourism, costing $600M daily

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Middle East Conflict

Iran conflict slashes Middle East tourism, costing $600M daily

The escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel and Iran is already hitting the Middle East travel and tourism sector hard, with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimating losses of at least $600 million per day in international visitor spending.

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Volcanic Eruption

Kilauea lava fountain shoots 400m high, ashfall forces area closure

Gulf airlines resume limited flights as missile fire raises uncertainty

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Middle East Airspace

Gulf airlines resume limited flights as missile fire raises uncertainty

Emirates and Etihad Airways were resuming limited flight schedules to key global cities from their United Arab Emirates hubs on Friday (6 March), though the ongoing threat of missile fire piled pressure on airlines.

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Middle East conflict

Thousands stranded with closures on Asia–Europe flight routes amid Middle East conflict

Air fares between Asia and Europe have surged after major Gulf hubs, including Dubai, partially reopened following closures linked to the conflict between Israel, the U.S. and Iran. Airlines are still rerouting flights around restricted airspace, cutting economy seat supply and pushing up prices.

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Floods

Death toll from Brazil floods rises to 46 as rescue efforts continue

The death toll from heavy rains and flooding in Brazil’s Minas Gerais state has risen to 46, authorities said, with 21 people still reported missing. The storms triggered landslides and widespread flooding, displacing thousands across Juiz de Fora and Uba.

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Climate

Trump rolls back U.S. climate regulations, ends vehicle emissions standards

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday (12 February) announced the repeal of a scientific finding that greenhouse gas emissions endanger human health, and eliminated federal tailpipe emissions standards for cars and trucks.

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Cyclone Gezani

Cyclone Gezani kills at least 31 in Madagascar as fierce winds hit key port city

Tropical Cyclone Gezani has killed at least 31 people and left four others missing after tearing through eastern Madagascar, the government said on Wednesday, with the island nation’s second-largest city bearing the brunt of the destruction.

Flood danger rises as Spain and Portugal face another storm

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Spain flood

Flood danger rises as Spain and Portugal face another storm

Rivers and reservoirs across Spain and Portugal were on the verge of overflowing on Wednesday as a new weather front pounded the Iberian peninsula, compounding damage from last week's Storm Kristin.

Morocco evacuates more than 100,000 people after floods hit four provinces

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Morocco floods

Morocco evacuates more than 100,000 people after floods hit four provinces

Morocco has evacuated more than 100,000 people from four provinces after heavy rainfall triggered flash floods across several northern regions, the Interior Ministry said on Wednesday.

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Board of Peace

Can the Board of Peace deliver on promises to rebuild Gaza - and reshape diplomacy?

In a special edition of Context, Orkhan Amashov reports from Washington on the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, examining plans for Gaza’s reconstruction, a proposed stabilisation force, and the wider diplomatic impact of the U.S.-led initiative.

Africa in Brief: Uganda election, Nigeria pipeline and EU's high risk list

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Africa news brief

Africa in Brief: Uganda election, Nigeria pipeline and EU's high risk list

Here are the latest stories from AnewZ’s Africa News programme, focusing on political and security developments across the African continent.

Africa in Brief: AFCON semi-final, DRC landslide and Somalia-UAE disagreement

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Africa news brief

Africa in Brief: AFCON semi-final, DRC landslide and Somalia-UAE disagreement

Here are the latest stories from AnewZ’s Africa News programme, focusing on political and security developments across the African continent.

Africa in Brief: Benin votes, Uganda tightens security, and regional tensions rise

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Africa News

Africa in Brief: Benin votes, Uganda tightens security, and regional tensions rise

The following story summaries are from AnewZ’s Africa News programme, focusing on political and security developments across Africa and beyond.

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